Campsiandra laurifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laurifolia
ID:
167975
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker)2: 94 (1840)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000167304
Common Names
- Laurifolia Campsiandra
- Laurel-Leaf Campsiandra
- Laurel-Leaf Velvet Bean
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- Inga laurifolia Bong. ex Benth. [invalid]
- Campsiandra comosa laurifolia (Benth.) R.S.Cowan [valid]
Description
Campsiandra laurifolia (also called Laurel-Leaved Campsiandra, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has a rounded crown, pinnate leaves, and white flowers. It grows in open woodlands and scrublands and is tolerant of drought and poor soils.
Uses & Benefits
Campsiandra laurifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments including fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Campsiandra laurifolia has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem. The leaves are long and narrow.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Campsiandra laurifolia is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 6 feet. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. Cultivation requires well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Campsiandra laurifolia
Campsiandra laurifolia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Campsiandra laurifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campsiandra laurifolia?
Campsiandra laurifolia
What is the common name of Campsiandra laurifolia?
Laurel Campsiandra
What type of plant is Campsiandra laurifolia?
Tree
Species in the Campsiandra genus
Campsiandra laurifolia, Campsiandra angustifolia, Campsiandra comosa, Campsiandra macrocarpa, Campsiandra aymardii, Campsiandra casiquiarensis, Campsiandra chigo-montero, Campsiandra curaara, Campsiandra emonensis, Campsiandra ferruginea, Campsiandra gomez-alvareziana, Campsiandra guayanensis, Campsiandra implexicaulis, Campsiandra nutans, Campsiandra pasibensis, Campsiandra steyermarkiana, Campsiandra taphornii, Campsiandra velutina, Campsiandra wurdackiana, Campsiandra cowaniana, Campsiandra robclarkiana, Campsiandra felipeana,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:44114-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Campsiandra laurifolia Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.